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IT mid-sized companies are changing top leaders to get ready for AI. Since late March, many firms have moved people in finance, operations, and tech. This shows a big shift as they rethink how they work and deal with clients. "The leadership movements we're seeing reflect a broader reinvention," said one expert.
Linux creator Linus Torvalds gets angry when people say AI writes most of their code. He believes AI is a great tool, but not a replacement for human understanding. Torvalds said, "AI is changing programming, but it's not changing the fundamentals." He thinks AI will boost productivity like compilers did.
Meta's offering rival AI chatbots free WhatsApp access in Europe, but it's not enough for smaller companies. They feel Meta still has an unfair edge. This move comes as EU regulators are watching Big Tech closely in the AI race. The EU wants the AI market to stay "open and competitive for innovators."
OpenAI is getting ready for a quick US IPO, aiming for a September listing after winning a lawsuit against Elon Musk. They're working with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley on the filing, which could happen in weeks. This move might even overshadow SpaceX's expected IPO filing.
Samsung Electronics' shares jumped 6.5% after a tentative wage deal suspended a strike. The union said the strike would be suspended pending a vote. Investors are relieved, but higher labor costs might affect profits. The deal aims to balance bonuses between profitable and loss-making chip businesses.
President Trump is signing an order on AI oversight soon. It asks developers to share new models 90 days before release. This is a middle ground for his supporters, balancing calls for more control with tech industry worries. One source said, "developers would be asked to provide their models."
Delhi Police nabbed 89 people in a month-long cybercrime crackdown. They busted scams like investment fraud and fake dating clubs, recovering ₹70 crore. Police said, "multiple dedicated teams worked day and night," exposing organized cyber networks. This effort involved technical surveillance and raids across states.
Hey, so applications for Startup Battlefield 200 are closing on May 27! It's your last chance to get noticed by VCs, gain global fame, and maybe even snag $100,000 in funding. They're looking for "the most promising ones," not just polished companies. This is where big tech names started, so don't miss out!
Bharti Airtel just launched India's first 5G network slicing! This means postpaid customers get priority data, even when it's busy. Ericsson's CEO said, "Congratulations to India and airtel for once again being at the forefront of 5G innovation." It's a big step for India's mobile tech.
Trump Mobile is leaking customer data, like mailing and email addresses. YouTubers Coffeezilla and penguinz0 found out after ordering the T1 phone. Coffeezilla said, "I know that because sadly I am one of those customers whose mailing address, email address, you know, everything short of credit card number is being leaked." The issue isn't fixed yet.
India needs a special law for AI because current rules aren't enough for new risks, said expert Pavan Duggal. He noted that existing laws like the IT Act and data protection act don't cover AI well. Duggal stressed, "India requires a dedicated law on artificial intelligence," suggesting India make its own rules.
Google's AI Pro plan now offers YouTube Premium Lite, but there's a catch. If you got the plan free with Jio, you won't get the Lite benefit during the 18-month trial. Google said, "It will not be available during the 18 free months trial period." You only get it if you pay after the trial ends.